Colorful Christmas Rice Krispie Treat Bites for Festive Fun

These Christmas Rice Krispie Treat Bites are easy to make and colorful, perfect for festive gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 12 bites

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 80

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

3 cups Kellogg’s Rice Krispie Cereal
3 cups Mini Marshmallows Ensure they are fresh
3 tablespoons Butter (Sweet Cream, Salted) Margarine can be used as a substitute

For the Colors

varied Wilton Color Right Food Coloring (Red, Crimson, Yellow, Blue) Adjust for desired brightness

For Decoration

to taste Nonpareils Christmas Sprinkles For festive touch

Equipment

medium saucepan
spatula
food scale

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Christmas Rice Krispie Treat Bites

In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of sweet cream salted butter over low heat.
Add 3 cups of mini marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring continually until smooth.
Incorporate food coloring into the marshmallow mixture until evenly distributed.
Gradually fold in 3 cups of Rice Krispie cereal until coated.
If desired, gently fold in Christmas sprinkles.
Allow the mixture to cool for approximately 5-10 minutes.
Using your hands, measure out .6 oz portions and roll them into bite-sized balls.
Repeat for other colors, cleaning utensils between batches.
Once all bites are formed, allow them to cool completely on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days. Can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

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